
About Yōko Ono

Yōko Ono
February 18, 1933
Place of Birth | : | Tokyo, Japan |
Also Known As | : | 小野洋子, 오노 요코, Youko Ono, Yôko Ono, Ono Yōko, Yoko Ono, オノ・ヨーコ, Yoko Ono Lennon |
Homepage | : | http://imaginepeace.com |
Imdb Profile | : | IMDB Profile |
Yōko Ono is a Japanese artist, musician, author and peace activist, known for her work in avant-garde art, music and filmmaking as well as her marriage to John Lennon. Ono brought feminism to the forefront through her music which prefigured New Wave music (whether she was a direct influence is still debated). She is a supporter of gay rights and is known for her philanthropic contributions to the arts, peace and AIDS outreach programs.